“In developing a mathematics program, it is important to concentrate on important mathematical concepts, or “big ideas”, and the knowledge and skills that go with those concepts. Programs that are organized around big ideas and focus on problem solving provide cohesive learning opportunities that allow students to explore concepts in depth.” (A Guide to Effective Instruction in Mathematics, Kindergarten to Grade 3 – Number Sense and Numeration, viii)
Using Big Ideas is important in planning for mathematics because:
1. It focusses teaching and learning by clearly defined concepts
2. It provides connections across discrete math skills
3. It makes the logic linkages of math concepts clear
For more information, visit:
http://eworkshop.on.ca/edu/resources/guides/Guide_Math_K_3_NSN.pdf
http://eworkshop.on.ca/edu/resources/guides/NSN_vol_1_Big_Ideas.pdf
Using Big Ideas is important in planning for mathematics because:
1. It focusses teaching and learning by clearly defined concepts
2. It provides connections across discrete math skills
3. It makes the logic linkages of math concepts clear
For more information, visit:
http://eworkshop.on.ca/edu/resources/guides/Guide_Math_K_3_NSN.pdf
http://eworkshop.on.ca/edu/resources/guides/NSN_vol_1_Big_Ideas.pdf